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Director, Supply Chain (Life Sciences)
190 000 - 225 000$
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TL;DR
Director, Supply Chain (Life Sciences): Leading end-to-end supply chain operations for the site, ensuring seamless execution from demand planning through order fulfillment with an accent on S&OP, GMP-regulated manufacturing, and cross-functional alignment. Focus on optimizing master production schedules, driving operational excellence, and providing strategic oversight for multiple locations.
Location: Based in the Walkersville, MD office
Salary: $190,000–$225,000
Company
is a global leader in life sciences, operating 30+ sites across five continents to manufacture medicines of tomorrow.
What you will do
- Lead end-to-end Supply Chain operations, including Planning, Procurement, Warehousing, and Order Fulfillment.
- Provide strategic oversight and leadership for Supply Chain activities at the Durham, NC site, specifically focusing on Planning and Purchasing.
- Own and optimize the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to balance demand, supply, capacity, and financial targets.
- Develop and execute master production schedules and material plans to ensure reliable delivery and inventory optimization.
- Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and HR to drive operational excellence and site performance.
- Build and develop a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain or Operations, ideally within a GMP-regulated environment (biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences).
- Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams in both direct and matrixed environments.
- Strong expertise in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and demand/supply balancing.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable decisions and manage complex challenges.
- Strong analytical skills in financial, inventory, and capacity planning.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.
Culture & Benefits
- Competitive annual base salary with a performance-related bonus.
- Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401(k) matching plan.
- Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and employee assistance programs.
- A collaborative environment focused on innovation in the life sciences sector.
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